Over the Moon

...about these chair covers!

And I am not a chair cover person when it comes to weddings!  But these semi-sheer ones with an AMAZING detail of fabric flowers on the back row are making me swoon!  With the light shining through...it sure does make them oh so pretty to look at, no?

~ Ciao

...photography by elizabeth messina

Flowers of the Week: 2.21.11

How about a gorgeous bouquet to start your day today...

Ahhh...how I would love to start everyday this way, wouldn't you? 

So it's a holiday today...hooray!  Hope you have the day off, and have something fun planned.  Me, aside from getting over this cold that I picked up and that has kept me bundled up in bed for the better part of the weekend, I will be taking it easy, and finishing up my Homemade post for Thursday.

Stay tuned for two more posts coming up today though...an Over the Moon post, and the continuation of Flowerwild February.  See you soon!

~ Ciao

...photography by tec petaja

Sunday Sweetness

~ Ciao

...image via wedding chicks

Flowerwild February: Day 14

Happy Friday my dears!  I am so tickled that it's finally Friday, and I hopefully will have the chance to catch up on everything this weekend.  Wishful thinking?  I hope not!  Anyway, this bouquet is for all you red lovers out there...

Holy moly amazingness!  I L-O-V-E this bouquet.  See...berries again, and I am in love.  This is the perfect bouquet for a Fall/Autumn wedding, no?

I wish everyone a wonderful weekend!  And if you haven't already, be sure to check out the FABULOUS Free Wedding Photography giveaway on Chris' blog, Postcards and Pretties.  Click right here to get to it.  Trust me, this you don't want to miss out on!

~ Ciao

...images via flowerwild

Event Rentals & Etsy Store

With as many vintage items as I have collected over the years (like over 70 vintage mason jars, a 7 foot long fainting couch, windows, display pieces, furniture, etc...), I am in the process of offering up some of these unique items for event rentals.  I don't know if you have noticed, but there has been an Event Rentals tab at the top of my blog for a very long time...yet, I haven't done much with it.

I recently had to move from a small storage unit to a larger one (yep it's that bad), but with the larger space I have more room to see the items I actually have.  At one time I had soooo much more, before it was all stolen.  Yes, I was robbed and they took EVERYTHING...all my vintage china, columns, windows and doors from old farm houses in Iowa, tables, chairs, linens, furniture, chandeliers, etc...all of it. Yet, I have slowly been collecting things again, and think I have finally reached a point where I feel that I have enough (although still not a lot) that I can do it.

I so wish I had known about the workshop that Jeni Maus, of Found Vintage Rentals just had...I would have been the first to sign up.  I am hoping at one point she will offer another one, and I will be sure I attend.  Take a look at her studio where the workshop took place...

Now this is my kind of heaven!  And I just love the table, don't you?  Ahhh linens, some ruffles, a simply ivy plant, china and a flower in a teacup is a simple, but statement making table.  So many details in these two pictures to love - the fabric filled embroidery hoops, all the mismatched chairs, the books hanging above the table, etc...

Maybe one day, I will be able to move out of a storage unit and into a studio myself...hmmm I am dreaming big here...but maybe, one day.  I'll just have to wait and see. 

In the meantime, if you see anything in my Tuesday Thought posts or my Homemade posts that I do on Thursday's, and live in the San Francisco Bay Area, and would like to rent for an event...then let me know at lunaandchloe@yahoo.com!  I would be more than willing to assist you ;-)

And don't hesitate to contact me if you see anything I make and are interested in ordering.  I am working on setting up my Etsy shop for custom orders. 

~ Ciao

...images via found & photography by studio emp

New Series: Picture Perfect Palette

Do you ever see a picture and think that the colors in it would make the perfect palette?  Eek, I do it all the time!  So I thought, why not introduce a new color series to LCW doing just that.  One of the big decisions a bride has to make fairly early on is...what color(s) they want to have at their wedding.  I am hoping that this new series will show you lots of different color palette options to choose from.

I know that I could create inspiration boards for you, but I decided I am going to leave that up to my two fabulous friends, Chris of Postcards and Pretties and Kate of Magnolia Rouge and Ruby and Willow who create the most A.MAZ.ING boards out there!  However, just to mix things up, you will see some added inspiration in the form of color, not necessarily the feel of the image or style...but the color, and how if you love the colors you can incorporate them into your event no matter the style or theme.

So without further ado, the first Picture Perfect Palette...

I am loving the colors in this picture; soft with creamy undertones.  They conjure up images of an ivory wedding dress, pink bridesmaids dresses and flowers with just a hint of the two darker shades.  I would add in pops of melon for contrast.

The wonderful thing about seeing a color palette is that you don't have to necessarily choose all the colors.  For me the soft pink, creamy vanilla and melon would be the colors I would choose (go figure), with the darker colors brought in here and there.  And just to give you a little idea on how you could incorporate these colors, I found two examples for you - one being a bridesmaid dress...

I am adoring all the pleats on this dress!  It's a perfect match for the soft pink and brings in the vanilla in the sash detail.  And the second is flowers...

As for the flowers (yeah, I know...you have seen them before ;-)), I adore the pink and hint of vanilla...yet, if you look closely those berries and the small darker flowers pick up the two darker colors in this palette.

And if this color palette isn't working for you, check back next week for a new one!  I would love to hear your thoughts on this new series.  Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated ;-)  I thought about giving the colors names, but couldn't decide.  Anyhow, hope you enjoyed this post!

~ Ciao

...images via the alternative wife, rose and ruby, and once wed  with photography by jose villa

Flowerwild February: Day 13

I am sure that a lot of you have probably seen this bouquet before, but I just couldn't help post it anyway...

I'm pretty much speechless on this one.  Everything you could possibly want in a bouquet this one has...including feathers!

~ Ciao

...images via flowerwild

Homemade: Crystal Adorned Push Pins

Happy Thursday loves!  Hope everyone is having a fabulous week so far.  Mine has been so busy...which didn't allow me a lot of time to work on a homemade project for you.  However, I do have an easy peasy project that I think you might like. 

I have been working on something for someone that is full of sparkle, shine and glitter! One homemade project that I came up with was crystal adorned push pins.  I don't want to show too much, but I will show you this...

Pretty cute way to bling out your push pins, no?  You only need two items for this project.  However, I like a third.  Here is what you need:

Plastic tipped clear push pins - color ones would work too
Crystal stickers - I found mine in the $1.00 bin at Michael's
And I like to add just a drop of super glue so the crystals stay on!

That's it!  So now you too can add some bling to your bulletin board...or anywhere else you might like.  Enjoy your day my dears!

~ Ciao

...concept, design, styling & photography all by luna and chloe weddings

Virtual Shower: The Key To Loving Marriage Is...

One of our dear friends, Steph of Bubble Rock Studios, is getting married this weekend on the 18th...which is our Friday, but Saturday in New Zealand where the wedding will take place.  I do have to admit that I am a bit jealous as not only is Steph in New Zealand, but my lovely friend, Kate of Ruby and Willow and Magnolia Rouge is too.  And if that wasn't enough, my other lovely friends Sofia and Andre' from Brancoprata are there as well to take pictures.  They flew all the way to New Zealand from Portugal...how amazing is that?

In honor her marriage the lovely Erin, of Sparkle and Hay, and Jacin, of Lovely Little Details, took the initiative to reach out to a group of friends to put together a virtual shower for her!  

We were all asked to contribute to what we thought was the key to a loving marriage. My response:  to laugh often, have fun, to remember why you fell in love and to have breakfast in bed with each other at least once a month! 

Congratulations Steph and Robin! Hope your day is as lovely as the two of you!  I wish you many, many years of laughter, fun, and breakfast's in bed!  Mwah.

Fellow friends and bloggers that took part in this shower are:

~ Erin of Sparkle and Hay ~ Alicia of The Charity Wedding ~ Claire of Realistic Wedding ~ Magalie of The Demoiselle ~ Naomi of Enchanted Dream Weddings ~ Chris of Postcards and Pretties ~ Lena of La Petite Coquin ~ Kim of Bride Goggles ~ Aleah & Nick of Valley and Co. ~ Jacin of Lovely Little Details ~ Lauren of Every Last Detail ~ Abby of Life in the Superburbs ~ Gaby of Cap Classique ~ Sofia & Andre' of Brancoprata ~ Kate of Ruby and Willow ~ Tami of Fabulously Wed ~

So be sure to head over to each of their fabulous blogs as well!

~ Ciao

...image by jacin of lovely little details & erin of sparkle and hay



Flowerwild February: Day 12

Since I didn't post red flowers on Valentine's Day, I thought I would make up for it today by posting a red arrangement...

There is something about this arrangement that just mesmerizes me!  Every time I look at it I am drawn into the flowers, and get lost in all those magnificent petals that have no end.  Please tell me you know what I mean, otherwise you might just think I am losing it ;-)

~ Ciao

...image via flowerwild

The Blackest Forest

...Gateau that is, is what I am craving today!  Just have a look-see, and I am sure you will be too...

Ummm, tell me this doesn't look delicious?  And seriously, could it be anymore fabulous?  The chocolate trees are just amazing and a detail that I love.  And with ingredients of black cocoa and chocolate ganache how could it not taste yummy?  I can see why it received 173 comments, as the presentation alone is perfection!  Oh how I would LOVE to see this cake at a wedding! 

And if you feel inclined to make this yourself, just click here for the recipe.

P.S. - I have a feeling you might be seeing those chocolate trees again sometime :-)

~ Ciao

...image via desserts for breakfast

Who Says

...you can't put flowers or plants in hotel silver and use as your centerpieces?

Can't you just imagine how fabulous this would look filled with flowers?  Oh, I L-O-V-E!

~ Ciao

...image via ethan ollie on etsy

Flowerwild February: Day 11

Red and pink...such a pretty combination, don't you think?

I think it is safe to say that I have an obsession with berries lately.  But who can blame me...just look at them!  They really take these bouts to a whole new level. 

~ Ciao

...images via flowerwild

Tuesday Shoesday #11: Just Beachy

Since my earlier Tuesday Thought post was about honeymoon's...so I have beach, sand and sun on my mind and couldn't help but post these fabulous Gucci bamboo and rope detailed sandals...

The rope detail makes them so perfect for a beach wedding, no?  Or any wedding by the water for that matter.  And even if you aren't having a beach wedding, you can always pick them up to take on your  honeymoon if you're heading somewhere warm!

Be sure to check out these lovely blogs for more Tuesday Shoesday goodness:

~ Postcards & Pretties ~ Brancoprata ~ Life in the Superburbs ~ Magnolia Rouge ~ Landlocked Bride ~ The Demosielle ~ Swatchbook Weddings ~ A Realistic Wedding ~ Meant to be Sent ~ Simply & Forever ~ Gwyneth Paige ~ Merci New York ~

~ Ciao

...image via net-a-porter

Tuesday Thought: Honeymoon Fund

Hello my dears!  This week's Tuesday Thought is an easy solution to a sometimes difficult question:  How do we ask our guest to contribute to our honeymoon?   With more and more couples these days wanting to have their guests contribute to their honeymoon in lieu of gifts, I think this is a great way to do just that...

Simple and easy!  I love how it doesn't ask for contributions, and that there is a lid on the pot.  Even if I had brought a gift for the bride and groom, and then saw this at the reception, I would still contribute something.  I like to think of it this way...wouldn't your guests rather have you remember their gift as the helicopter ride that you took versus a Kitchen Aid mixer (even though I love mine)...it's memories they are giving you, instead of appliances or linens.  And memories are priceless aren't they? 

One of my thoughts that I love...is to send a note to your guests that contributed to your honeymoon fund with a picture from the honeymoon, and tell them that their contribution was the amazing helicopter ride you took (send a picture by the helicopter), or the snorkeling excursion (send a picture in your snorkel and mask), etc...  Just an extra little touch that your guests will love - promise!

Also, there are a couple of websites out there that you can sign up at that allow your guests to contribute to your honeymoon (aptly called honeymoon registry)...such as thebigday.com, honeyluna.com and honeymoonfund.com...so sign up at one of these if you feel more comfortable.

P.S. - Eeek, a couple more posts coming up today - Tuesday Shoesday and Flowerwild February...so stay tuned.  WOW, you guys are getting four posts today...I just have so much to share with you this week that I am trying to fit it all in ;-)

~ Ciao

...image via the wedding chicks

Feltastic

How darling are these fluttering flags, pinwheels, paper chain cake banner garland bunting, rainbow roses, and bow ties...

...so darling, no?  All of these cupcake/cake toppers are made of felt, and can be found at Knock Knocking's Etsy store.  Plus, you can also find pinwheel brooches which would be darling for flower girls, bridesmaids, to adorn your bouquet...or about 100 other uses! So get Knock Knocking my dears...you'll be tickled you did.

~ Ciao

...images via knock knocking's etsy shop found via somewhere splendid

Flowerwild February: Day 10

So how is everyone's Valentine's Day going so far?  Lovely, I hope!  Since it is Valentine's Day, I have a special treat for you for Flowerwild February.  What? You ask.  Well, I have not one, but four small but spectacular arrangements for you today...and they are not red, even though I do love you!

Pretty perfection, no?  My dears, I sincerely hope your day just keeps getting better.  Mwah, mwah!

~ Ciao

...images via flowerwild

Over The Moon

...about this affectionate kiss card!

I cut it in have so you can read all of the adorableness...

So perfect on Valentine's Day, no?  Gosh, we really need to bring stuff like this back...I love it!!!

And I can't tell you how tempted I am to recreate this card!  The other side of the card would have a space for the name and adress of your honey, and then you could fill out this side...yes, lip mark and all, and mail it off.

Tell me you wouldn't love to receive this in the mail from your significant other?  Or you could leave it for your honey to see when he got home from work.  Hmmm, just might have to do this!

~ Ciao

...image via three potato four

Flower of the Week: 2.14.11 & A Valentine's Day Wish

Happy Valentine's Day loves!  Because I sincerely adore you, I wanted to give you all a little present...

Just a little something, from me to you!  I sincerely appreciate all of your lovely comments and support!  My wish for you this Valentine's Day...bunches, and bunches of love...not just today but everyday, for the rest of the year!  And even if you are by yourself this Valentine's Day - make sure to love yourself and treat yourself to something just for you!

I had these images saved just for today's post, but loved when I saw one of them used last week in my fabulous friend, Chris', amazing Love Letters inspiration board!  And I couldn't agree with her more..."there is something so romantic about a handwritten love letter!"

I have some great posts scheduled this week:  the first one coming up shortly, as well as I will be continuing with Flowerwild February (coming up around noon), and a new series I am starting here at LCW this week.  So I'll be seeing you soon!

P.S. - Wouldn't this carnation heart be darling used at your wedding, bridal shower or rehearsal dinner?  I think so ;-)

~ Ciao

...images via pretties and posies

Sunday Sweetness

Love on the rocks...

...has never looked so sweet!

~ Ciao

...image via grey likes weddings